Van Dijk has become one of the most sought-after defenders in the Premier League this season and despite being out with a foot injury at the moment, the Dutchman is still regarded as one of the best players in his position.

However, the Saints will certainly demand a fee more than the £47.5 million Manchester City paid Everton for John Stones last season for them to even consider selling Van Dijk.

Reports say that Chelsea are currently the frontrunners for the Dutchman's signature with rumours that Van Dijk himself is keen on a move to Chelsea. The Blues consider Van Dijk to be a long-term replacement for club captain John Terry who looks destined to leave the club in the summer when his contract expires.

If Chelsea were to sign Van Dijk, it could also mean bad news for Kurt Zouma's future at Chelsea. The Frenchman had a decent start to his Chelsea career but since he returned from a long term knee injury he has not been able to get back into the Chelsea starting 11.